India Open 2025 : The Yonex Sunrise India Open 2025 is back, promising top-tier badminton action as it enters its third edition as a Super 750 tournament. With a stellar lineup of international and Indian shuttlers, fans are in for a thrilling spectacle at the KD Jadhav Indoor Hall, Indira Gandhi Stadium, New Delhi, from January 14 to January 19, 2025.
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India Open 2025: Venue, Dates, Live Streaming and All You Need to Know
Tournament Overview
The India Open 2025, a BWF World Tour Super 750 event, is one of the most prestigious badminton tournaments hosted by the Badminton Association of India (BAI). Since its elevation to Super 750 status in 2023, the event has been a significant platform for Indian shuttlers to showcase their talent.
- Dates: January 14–19, 2025
- Venue: KD Jadhav Indoor Hall, Indira Gandhi Stadium, New Delhi
- Prize Money: USD 950,000 (Approx. ₹81.51 crore)
- Ranking Points: 11,000 for the winners
World Class International Participation
The 2025 edition will feature 256 players from 28 countries, including some of the biggest names in world badminton:
- Men’s Singles: Viktor Axelsen (Olympic Champion), Shi Yuqi (World No. 1)
- Women’s Singles: An Se Young (Olympic Champion)
- Men’s Doubles: Paris Olympic silver medallists Liang Weikeng/Wang Chang
- Mixed Doubles: World’s leading pairs from Denmark, Malaysia, and Indonesia
This star studded lineup includes 18 of the world’s top 20 men’s singles players and 14 of the world’s top 20 women’s singles players, ensuring world class competition.
Indian Players to Watch
For Indian fans, this year’s India Open is extra special as the country will field a record 21 participants across various categories:
Men’s Singles
- Lakshya Sen: Former India Open champion and India’s brightest hope.
- HS Prannoy: 2024 semifinalist with consistent form.
- Priyanshu Rajawat: Emerging talent.
Women’s Singles
- PV Sindhu: Two time Olympic medallist aiming for glory on home soil.
- Malvika Bansod, Anupama Upadhyaya, and Aakarshi Kashyap: Promising young players.
Doubles
- Chirag Shetty/Satwiksairaj Rankireddy: 2024 men’s doubles finalists, looking to go one step further.
- Women’s Doubles: Treesa Jolly/Gayatri Gopichand lead a group of eight Indian pairs.
- Mixed Doubles: Dhruv Kapila/Tanisha Crasto headline India’s mixed doubles entries.
Where to Buy Tickets?
Fans can purchase tickets for the India Open 2025 on Ticmint, the official ticketing partner for the event.
Where to Watch?
Fans who can’t make it to the venue can catch all the action live:
- TV Broadcast: Sports 18
- OTT Platform: Jio Cinema
For fans worldwide, the event will also be streamed live on the BWF’s official YouTube channel.
Past Highlights
The India Open has produced some memorable moments:
- 2024: Chirag Shetty and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy reached the men’s doubles final.
- 2024: HS Prannoy made it to the men’s singles semifinals.
As Indian players continue to rise on the world stage, the India Open has become a crucial platform for homegrown talent to test their mettle against the best in the world.
The 2025 India Open is more than just a tournament; it’s a celebration of India’s growing stature in global badminton. With Lakshya Sen and PV Sindhu leading the charge and a record number of Indian entries, the tournament is a testament to the country’s badminton revolution.
FAQs
What are the dates for India Open 2025?
The tournament will be held from January 14 to January 19, 2025
Where is the India Open 2025 being held?
It will take place at the KD Jadhav Indoor Hall, Indira Gandhi Stadium, New Delhi
